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Front Loading Washer and Dryers
We picked the whirlpool because it's simple (doesn't have tons of buttons) it's energy and water efficient, and we got a good deal on it at Lowe's, ...
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- We had the Neptune and recently moved on to the LG. I really love the LG but it does need to be taken care (washing the front, cleaning the liner)--if you take care of...
- I recently purchased the Samsung front loaders from Lowes. I love them!!!!!!! I have a family of 5 and haven't had the problems some of the others have mentioned. My...
- I bought both front loading three years ago and I am very happy with them. The brand is LD (They were cheaper at Fry's at that time). I don't have the model on top of ...
Black-Out Blinds
... interior of the honeycomb (the part you don't see unless you look from the side) is reflective silver so you get a complete block and energy efficiency. ...
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- I worked graveyard for many years. First I had drapes that had a white lining which blocked out the light. I bought them at Sears, I think, probably out of the catal...
- I've found them at Fred Meyer (Poplin Blackout). When the sun hits brand new ones directly, they have a VERY strong smell. Almost like gasoline or something! It fin...
- I got mine at Ikea... it's a roller shade (white) that you can cut to the right size. It really darkens the room (except for just a sliver at the sides because I didn...
Bathroom Window Advice
It's the best way to go energy-efficiency-wise (bathroom windows are a #1 heat loser in a house) and you'll still get the nice light in the bathroom without ...
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- I am not sure if you are still reading responses, but I was browsing Craigslist and saw this ad and thought of you! Good Luck. [The picture showed a plastic (plexi-gla...
- Have you thought about installing clear glass rectangles and taking out the window? We just moved into a house that had a window in the tub, and this is what one of th...
- I have the same problem. Most hardware stores sell window clings. They're a decorative pattern, you can do colorful or just a bubble glass look. As far as the frame...
Front Load Washing Machines
They are FAR more energy and water efficient saving me a lot of money, plus the discounts I get for having an energy efficient product in my home. ...
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- Morning K.; I was the Westinghouse Rep for this area in the 70s and at that time it was the only "Front" loading machine and had all the patents, now it seems eve...
- Hi K. - We just bought an LG set from Sears. They're not super fancy, just regular old functions. I like them a lot. Have had no problems with them whatsoever. I ha...
- I love my front load. When my washing machine went out, I couldn't afford a really expensive one. I got the least expensive model available at Home Depot. Since my ...
Front Load Washing Machines - Your Experience
Energy efficient - only adds the amount of water needed for each specific load. You have to not mind all the bending down to switch clothes - which can be a ...
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- Hi L., I love my frontloader. A very IMPORTANT note: front loading machines with computers do not work with water softners. I am not sure if you have a softner, but...
- We got an LG front loader for our 2nd floor laundry room with TILE flooring. We got it at Bezt Buy - they delivered it and hooked it up and then adjuzted it to be lev...
- We have the Whirlpool Duet and it's been fantastic. It's very quiet. Every once in a while I can hear it on the spin cycle, but that's mostly when I've overloaded it...
Seeking Resources
If you work at home, maybe an SBA loan would be an option, or some stimulus funds if you are improving energy efficiency. Money might enable you to hire ...
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- Hello. I know Lowe's has actual classes every week on different kinds of repairs, upgrades, etc. for the Do it yourself-ers! You can call and ask them what they have f...
- My husband used to work in construction until we moved here. He knows all phases and has helped people in the past and has helped a person he worked for who is now la...
- Yes, if you want to do it yourself, there are tons of online resources. You can find sites (not necessarily from stores) that will walk you through it step by step, an...
Refrigerators
Go to a Sear's or Nebraska Furniture Mart to see a wide variety, and check for the energy efficiency tag on them. Helpful? Yes | No Save This Remove This ...
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- I wish I could make that decision for you, but the best thing I can suggest is to take some empty containers you really use a lot like milk bottles, soda cans, some of...
- Not sure about the french type refrigerator but stay away from the tradtional side by side. I got one when we built out house and I hate it. I thought it would be gr...
- I've been looking for awhile too and I have my eye on the LG french door ones where the bottom is the freezer. I like it b/c a) it is harder for my little ones to get...
Central Air and Heat
We upgraded to a more powerful and energy efficient system. .... Questions Regarding Home Energy Efficiency (Insulation/radiant Barrier/windows) ...
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- Hi A.. We have two Lenoxx air conditioners. They were put in when our home was built in 2003. We have had problems with both of the systems. In fact, one of the ...
- I just had mine replaced by Steve Baser Air Conditioning. He was great. Very professional, prompt and had a good price. He put a Trane in our house and so far we have ...
- Make sure the system you have is not underpowered. We were surprised to find out that our old system was too small for our home when we decided to replace it (No wonde...
I Am in a Rut.
Just taking back over control of your live will give you energy to do the rest. 2 moms found this helpful ..... holidays calendar · energy efficiency ...
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- Hi D., Just wanted to say I sympathize. From my experience there really are times in life when a person has to do her job and she and the other adults in her life ...
- D.- Hello :-) Apparently, it is a good thing I have a sister! She and her husband have regular date nights. They get someone (me, his mom or sister, my mom) to wat...
- Date your husband. I have noticed that a lot of couples seem to think that once they are married, their relationship will be automatic. You still have to work at a mar...
Cold and Flu Season Worries (H1N1)!?
Oct 10, 2009 ... Stress will decrease your immune systems efficiency, so breathe and .... Any stress beyond that is a waste of energy and not healthy for ...
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- This is something I found at the midwife blogging site: http://acnm-midwives.blogspot.com/2009/10/to-take-or-not-to-take-h1n1-vaccine.html
- I would check with your ob/gyn first but my Dr told me that there is a study that vitamin D helps prevent the flu...he told me to give it to my kids to help heep the, ...
- It is your choice not to get the vaccine but you should talk to your doctor anyway about this. It does NOT contain murcury and is nearly identical to a regular flu sho...
